2013 cadillac srx Model Overview

Cadillac’s best-seller in 2011, the Cadillac SRX crossover gets an overdue mid-cycle update for the 2013 model year. The 2013 SRX update includes a facelift, a redesigned interior, and more technology, anchored by the new Cadillac User Experience (CUE) infotainment system in the center stack. Motivating force for the SRX comes courtesy of a 3.6-liter V-6 making 308 hp and 265 lb-ft of torque, mated exclusively to a six-speed automatic. The SRX is rated at 17/24 mpg city/highway with front-wheel drive, and 16/23 mpg with all-wheel drive.

The last SRX we drove was a pre-refresh 2012 model mechanically-identical to the current version. We enjoyed how the SRX struck a nice balance between being sporty like a BMW, and plush, like a Lexus. To the latter point, we said, “The cabin is nicely isolated from the outside world, with wind noise almost non-existent and tire noise absent except on horrid pavement.”

This year Cadillac fits the SRX with a new nose, a quieter interior, its CUE infotainment system, and an active safety suite that includes things like radar-based automatic braking, and blind spot monitoring equipment.

New for 2013

The 2013 Cadillac SRX has undergone several updates designed to freshen its exterior, interior and technology options. New to the SRX is CUE, which does away with buttons on the center stack in favor of haptic-touch buttons and screens. While CUE looks lovely on the now-simplified center stack, execution is lacking. Also new to the SRX is an active noise canceling system to make the cabin even quieter, active safety tech like the aforementioned automatic braking, and Safety Alert Seat, which will vibrate a portion of the driver’s seat if it detects the crossover wandering in its lane, about to back into a foreign object, or change lanes into a car that’s in its blind spot.

Recalls

If engine braking is unexpectedly removed, it may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Date

2013-03-15

Description

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick LaCrosse vehicles, manufactured between April 25, 2012, through March 6, 2013, and model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles, manufactured between May 29, 2012, through February 18, 2013 for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." A software problem may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to Sport mode removing any transmission-related engine braking effect.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2013. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. Buick owners may call 1-866-694-6546.

A three to four second lag in acceleration may increase the risk of crash.

Recall Date

2014-04-25

Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured May 29, 2012, through June 26, 2013, and equipped with 3.6L engines. In the affected vehicles, in certain driving situations, there may be a three to four second lag in acceleration due to the transmission control module (TCM) programming.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. General Motors' number for this recall is 14132.

Units Affected

50571

Recall ID#13V202000 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS

Consequence

If the lug nuts loosen, they may fall off or cause the wheel studs to fracture. Either condition would allow the wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Date

2013-05-16

Description

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles, manufactured January 31, 2012, through March 18, 2013, and equipped with 18 inch wheels. On the affected vehicles, the wheel lug nuts may loosen.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the wheel nuts by performing a tire rotation, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13116.

Units Affected

18871

Recall ID#13V097000 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Consequence

If engine braking is unexpectedly removed, it may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Date

2013-03-15

Description

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick LaCrosse vehicles, manufactured between April 25, 2012, through March 6, 2013, and model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles, manufactured between May 29, 2012, through February 18, 2013 for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." A software problem may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to Sport mode removing any transmission-related engine braking effect.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2013. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. Buick owners may call 1-866-694-6546.

Units Affected

26582

Recall ID#13V097000 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Consequence

If engine braking is unexpectedly removed, it may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Date

2013-03-15

Description

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick LaCrosse vehicles, manufactured between April 25, 2012, through March 6, 2013, and model year 2013 Cadillac SRX vehicles, manufactured between May 29, 2012, through February 18, 2013 for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect." A software problem may cause the transmission to inadvertently shift to Sport mode removing any transmission-related engine braking effect.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control module free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2013. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. Buick owners may call 1-866-694-6546.

Units Affected

26582

Recall ID#14V571000 - SUSPENSION:REAR

Consequence

Failure of the toe adjuster link could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Date

2014-09-19

Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured April 14, 2009, to September 1, 2014, and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to September 13, 2011. On the affected vehicles, the jam nut in the rear suspension toe adjuster link may not be torqued to the proper specification. A loose toe adjuster link can cause the vehicle to sway or wander at highway speeds. A loose toe adjuster link may lead to thread damage and eventual failure. Failure of the toe adjuster link will cause an abrupt change in the vehicle's alignment.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the left and right rear toe link adjuster lock nuts, and replace the parts if there is evidence of damage or a loose link, free of charge. The The recall began November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Saab customer service at 1-800-955-9007. GM's number for this recall is 14457.

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